How To Fix R8042 - Metadata generation: System is not connected to a BW system

R8042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Metadata generation: System is not connected to a BW system

What causes this issue?

The system is not connected to a BW system.

System Response

When OLTP metadata is generated, an OLTP source is generated
exclusively for BW 2.0 systems. To connect the source to a BW 1.2, you
must convert the metadata.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8042 - Metadata generation: System is not connected to a BW system ?

  The SAP error message R8042, which states "Metadata generation: System is not connected to a BW system," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or when working with SAP BusinessObjects tools that require a connection to a BW system for metadata generation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Lack of Connection: The most common cause of this error is that the system you are working on is not properly connected to a BW system. This could be due to configuration issues or network problems.
  Incorrect Configuration: The connection settings in the SAP system may not be correctly configured, leading to the inability to establish a connection to the BW system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW system, which can prevent the connection from being established.
  BW System Down: The BW system itself may be down or not reachable due to network issues or maintenance activities.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Connection Settings:
  
  Verify the connection